The Pupil Services Department supports the needs of students with disabilities through Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) to ensure a free appropriate public education in the least restrictive environment that will meet each child’s unique needs. In addition, Pupil Services staff work collaboratively with general education teachers to support all students district wide.
Delivering individualized, quality special education programming and tiered interventions that support students in a fiscally responsible manner is an ongoing priority. In alignment with State trends, the percentage of students requiring special education services PK-12 in Granby has steadily increased over time. Granby Public Schools is committed to continuing to meet the growing individualized needs of students with disabilities through intentional and collaborative planning.
We have three new programs in FY25: RISE (Reaching Independence with Support and Education) at Kelly Lane for PreK-2 includes students with autism and other developmental disabilities, functional communication needs, and challenging behaviors; ALC (Alternative Learning Program), a pilot program for grades 6-12 (GMMS/GMHS) focuses on social emotional and behavioral support for students with significant attendance concerns, school refusal, and emotional dysregulation; and PAVE (Personal Academic & Vocational Experiences) at GMHS for students in grades 9-12 with cognitive disabilities and functional adaptive behavior skills well below age-level expectations. The Granby B.E.A.R. (Bringing Emerging Adults Resources) Transition Academy, a post-secondary transition program, continues to grow and is now in its second year preparing eligible youth aged 18-22 years old for a successful and fulfilling life after high school.
Please contact us if you have any questions.
Kathryn Weingartner
Director of Pupil Services
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860-844-5257
Lisa Holm
Administrative Assistant to the
Director of Pupil Services
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860-844-5257
